Where To Install the Liquid Line Sight Glass Refrigeration technicians may differ on the best location Joe Marchese August 29, 2020 No Comments Ask several refrigeration technicians about the best location to place a sight glass, and you will probably get several different answers.Read More
Worn Rings and Leaky Valves Can Cause Problems Diagnosing the issue in refrigeration and air conditioning systems can be tricky John Tomczyk August 28, 2020 No Comments Worn compressor rings and/or leaky compressor suction or discharge valves can cause a lack of cooling in refrigeration and air conditioning systems.Read More
One Simple Test to Discover Restrictive Duct Systems Duct systems are a critical system is often overlooked David Richardson August 18, 2020 2 Comments A duct system is the part of an HVAC system that most homeowners don’t consider, yet it determines how well their equipment works.Read More
You’re Only as Good as Your Last Service Call Always stay in control of the repair process and maintain a professional attitude Joe Marchese August 8, 2020 No Comments Repairing refrigeration equipment — or, really, any equipment — has a huge customer service component.Read More
Duct Sealing, Insulation Provide Efficiency Increases How to push real-world efficiencies closer to laboratory levels Angela D. Harris August 6, 2020 No Comments This time, the conversation turns to duct sealing and what it means in terms of system efficiency and energy savings.Read More
Troubleshooting Puzzle: An Ice Machine That Isn’t Dispensing Cubes Properly Jim Johnson August 5, 2020 No Comments In this troubleshooting situation, you have been called to a restaurant to check an older model ice machine that isn't working like it should.Read More
In Wake of COVID-19, Refrigeration Cleanliness Becomes a Bigger Concern Food retailers, restauranteurs interested in sanitation measures for refrigeration equipment Joanna R. Turpin July 29, 2020 No Comments Grocers are becoming more vigilant in keeping their refrigeration equipment as clean as possible.Read More
Ice Machine Maintenance Means Regular Cleaning and Sanitizing Extra cleaning may be needed if equipment is idle for a prolonged period of time Joanna R. Turpin July 29, 2020 No Comments Once restaurants started reopening, smart owners asked contractors to clean and sanitize ice machines before they were returned to service.Read More
Five Timeless Indoor Air Quality Principles You’ll Use Daily These principles result in success when you use them together correctly David Richardson July 22, 2020 No Comments Customers are now more aware of their HVAC systems and the air it circulates.Read More
Troubleshooting Puzzle: A System That’s Blowing Warm Air In July Jim Johnson July 15, 2020 No Comments This month’s troubleshooting situation involves an air-to-air, package unit heat pump that is approximately nine years old.Read More